About the Song
Loretta Lynn’s “The Pill” is a groundbreaking country music song released in 1975. It was one of the first mainstream country songs to openly address the topic of birth control, and it remains a controversial and influential record to this day.
The song’s lyrics tell the story of a woman who is fed up with being pregnant and raising children. She celebrates the advent of the birth control pill, which she sees as a way to gain control over her own body and life. The song is both humorous and empowering, and it resonated with many women who were struggling with unwanted pregnancies.
“The Pill” was a huge commercial success, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. It also received critical acclaim, with many critics praising Lynn’s boldness and honesty. However, the song was also met with controversy, with some critics and religious groups condemning its message as immoral and anti-family.
Despite the controversy, “The Pill” remains a landmark in country music history. It paved the way for other artists to tackle more sensitive and controversial topics, and it helped to raise awareness about women’s reproductive rights. The song continues to be relevant today, as it speaks to the ongoing struggle for women’s autonomy and control over their own bodies.
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Lyrics: The Pill
You wined me and dined meWhen I was your girlPromised if I’d be your wifeYou’d show me the worldBut all I’ve seen of this old worldIs a bed and a doctor billI’m tearin’ down your brooder house‘Cause now I’ve got the pillAll these years I’ve stayed at homeWhile you had all your funAnd every year that’s gone byAnother baby’s comeThere’s a gonna be some changes madeRight here on nursery hillYou’ve set this chicken your last time‘Cause now I’ve got the pillThis old maternity dress I’ve gotIs goin’ in the garbageThe clothes I’m wearin’ from now onWon’t take up so much yardageMiniskirts, hot pants and a few little fancy frillsYeah I’m makin’ up for all those yearsSince I’ve got the pillI’m tired of all your crowin’How you and your hens playWhile holdin’ a couple in my armsAnother’s on the wayThis chicken’s done tore up her nestAnd I’m ready to make a dealAnd ya can’t afford to turn it down‘Cause you know I’ve got the pillThis incubator is overusedBecause you’ve kept it filledThe feelin’ good comes easy nowSince I’ve got the pillIt’s gettin’ dark it’s roostin’ timeTonight’s too good to be realOh, but daddy don’t you worry none‘Cause mama’s got the pillOh, daddy don’t you worry none‘Cause mama’s got the pill